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Graduate Programs
205.73
Sexual Health (Not offered in 2015-2016)
205.73 Sexual Health (Not offered in 2015-2016)
Faculty of Extension
University of Alberta
Enterprise Square
10230 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta T6J 4P6
E-mail: pbsh@ualberta.ca
205.73.1 General Information
The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Sexual Health is offered in collaboration with the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine. It is designed to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and attributes necessary to succeed in the emerging field of sexual health. Drawing on theory and the best field practices through case studies, simulations, and group projects, participants will critically apply the conceptual, theoretical, and practical frameworks necessary to address the common challenges associated with comprehensive sexual health education. The impact of personal bias will be explored with respect to different cultures, lifestyles, and values.
Entrance Requirements
The minimum admission requirements are those set out in the minimum acceptable standards in the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research. These include a baccalaureate degree or its academic equivalent in a relevant field from an academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta, with a grade point average of at least 3.0 on the 4-point scale over the last 
60 credits; preference will be given to those with community-based experience; and if required (see §203.24) a minimum overall score on an approved English language examination as described below. PTE Academic score of at least 59; a minimum acceptable TOEFL score of 580 (paper-based) or a total score of 92 with a score of at least 20 on each of the individual skill areas (internet-based); a minimum overall band score of 7.0, with at least 6 on each test band, on the IELTS. Applicants should arrange for their English language test results to be sent directly to the Faculty of Extension. Applicants are required to provide:
A current curriculum vitae identifying a minimum of two years of community-based experience in health care, sexual health education, rehabilitation medicine, counselling or in a combination of health related fields | |
Two letters of reference | |
A letter of not more than 800 words that outlines the applicant’s background, motivation and career goals. |
Program Requirements
Students must complete the following:
Required courses ( | |
Elective ( |
Length of Program
The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Sexual Health is designed for part-time study. The maximum time permitted for completion of the program is two years from the date of registration.
205.73.2 Courses for Graduate Credit
Graduate courses can be found in §231, Course Listings, under the subject heading Extension, EXT.
